dilemmia
Dilemmia is a term used in Italian to denote a dilemma—a situation in which a person must choose between two or more incompatible options, each of which would entail undesirable consequences. The choices may be equally rational, but none resolves the conflict satisfactorily.
Etymology: Dilemmia derives from the same root as the English "dilemma," from Greek di- meaning two and
Types: Moral or ethical dilemmas involve competing duties or values, such as choosing between telling the truth
Usage and relevance: In philosophy, ethics, and decision theory, dilemmatic situations are analyzed to understand reasoning,
Note: In everyday Italian, the more common term for the concept is dilemma (masculine). Dilemmia may appear
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